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Commissioners raise jail mechanic pay to match prior market rate
Summary
The county approved a pay increase to reclassify a new jail mechanic to a higher pay group ($27.54/hr) to match a 30-year mechanic with shop experience; commissioners said the move would save maintenance costs.
Walker County commissioners approved raising the pay for a jail mechanic position to match the higher pay group used for a prior incumbent, citing the candidate's shop experience and potential county savings on parts and outside repairs.
The sheriff's office requested the pay adjustment to bring the hired mechanic into the pay group 2754. Commissioners heard that the new hire operated a private shop for 30 years, knows parts purchasing and should reduce vendor repair costs. "He's very organized ... he can save us money," a representative said.
Several commissioners weighed the effects on pay ranges and market alignment; one commissioner noted the prior jail mechanic had been classified as a jailer on paper, which had depressed the classification in prior comparisons. After discussion the court moved to approve the pay increase; the motion carried by voice vote.
Ending: The mechanic's new pay takes effect immediately per human-resources processing; county officials said they will monitor savings related to in-house repairs versus outsourcing.
